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Carmina says Bebang’s halo-halo is summer in a spoon — but is it the real deal or just pretty colors in a cup?

Since last year, Mom Violy and Carmina had been wanting to try the much-talked-about  Bebang's Halo-Halo , but even when we passed by, the timing was never right. Mom Violy kept saying she’d wait until a branch opened closer to us. Then Becky told Carmina there was one along her commute route to work. The best part was that the Tomas Morato branch in Quezon City had just opened. When we arrived at CTTM Square , we found plenty of restaurants on the second floor. While checking the menu, we let the customers behind us order first. Mom Violy asked them for recommendations, and they suggested the Presidential for first timers. Unlike other places, Bebang’s Halo-Halo doesn’t have size options—everything comes in a standard size, making ordering easier. Seniors and PWDs get a discount per order, and you’re given something that lights up when your halo-halo is ready for pickup. Service was quick, so the wait wasn’t long at all. Each order comes in its own green plastic bag with a table...

Carmina's Experience from Tonkatsu Tamafuji

Three months ago, Gilbert had made reservation at Tonkatsu Tamafuji a popular place where people will just wait patiently to be seated down at the restaurant. Mom Violy couldn't believe how people will just stand up waiting as more people will arrive. Now you begin to wonder why people would be excited to eat Tonkatsu Tamafuji's food. Honestly Gilbert has tried their food many times but wanted to share his experiences with Mom Violy and Carmina. Gilbert had explained each meal comes with your choice of soup and rice from their menu. You won't believe someone is walking around carry cabbage salad to refill your plate to those who want more. Gilbert asked what we wanted to eat. Mom Violy said she'll try the 5 Pieces Oyster Katsu Teishoku with Tofu and Seaweed Miso Soup and White Rice. Carmina ordered the 5 Pieces Shrimp Katsu with Tofu and Seaweed Miso and Seasoned Mixed Rice. Gilbert ordered the 5 Pieces Jyukusei Pork Tender Lion Katsu with Red Miso and Oyster Soup and S...